Republic Center Instruction Technician, Biology - PT Hourly (Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 1) (Non-permanent classified paid hourly)

CCS Spokane • Republic, KS

10d • $20 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Instruction Technician assists the rural biology instructor at the Republic Center by providing routine instructional support. The role supports classroom and laboratory activities, including preparing materials and equipment, setting up and maintaining equipment according to procedures or supervisor instructions, assisting students with coursework and learning skills, helping instructors present course material, and administering and scoring tests.

This is a non-permanent classified paid hourly position with a duration not to exceed 18 months. The work schedule is determined by the supervisor, and the position is overtime eligible.

Requirements

• Computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic familiarity with biological or health science laboratory equipment.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines with minimal direction.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to two years of full-time experience or training in the biological or health sciences.
• Related education.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor or instructor with laboratory work, field trips, lecture periods, and classroom activities.
• Prepare classroom, laboratory, or instructional-shop materials; set up assignments, equipment, and demonstration apparatus; and confer with the instructor on developing assignments.
• Receive class materials and supplies and assist instructors with demonstrations of tools, equipment, machinery, apparatus, and materials.
• Modify equipment, materials, and programs as needed for individual instructors, and help students and instructors select appropriate tools and materials.
• Catalog equipment and supplies and order supplies.
• Administer standardized tests, score them, and record results for analysis.
• Follow schedules; communicate with instructors; prepare solutions, chemicals, and other supplies for weekly labs; safely designate, treat, or dispose of waste; maintain laboratory equipment; and maintain or order supplies for biology labs.
• Monitor laboratories for compliance with safety policies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in personal interactions.
• Comply with district policies, procedures, and directives; state and federal regulations, orders, and statutes; and collective bargaining agreements.
• Support and advance the Spokane Colleges strategic plan.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Washington State Retirement Plan
• Vacation leave accrual of 11.33 hours per month upon employment, prorated for positions below full-time
• Sick leave accrual of 8 hours per month upon employment, prorated for positions below full-time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed